Sikhism, founded in the late 15th century, is rooted in the teachings of Guru Nanak, born in the Punjab region of India. Nanak was born into a Hindu family but showed an interest in exploring various religions, including Islam. He questioned traditional practices like caste distinctions, arguing that spirituality was about internal transformation rather than external rituals. At age eleven, he refused to wear the sacred thread, which denoted social rank, insisting that virtue and actions should define a person. Why the Golden Temple is at the Very Heart of Sikhism A History of Islam: The Second Largest Religion in Today’s World Began With a Divine Revelation One of the most significant events in Nanak's life occurred during a spiritual experience at a river. After submerging for three days, he reemerged with a profound revelation: "There is no Muslim, there is no Hindu. God is not a Hindu or a Muslim. Whose path shall I follow? God’s path." This experience solidified his belief that meditation and leading a moral life were the keys to spiritual growth. Read moreSection: GeneralHistory & ArchaeologyHuman OriginsReligionsVideosRead Later